“Harriet” filmed in Mathews County! A biopic, coming soon, made its way to William’s Wharf and Mathews Land Conservancy to shoot a scene for the upcoming feature film, “Harriet,” telling the story of heroic abolitionist, Harriet Tubman. On October 30th and 31st, around 350 cast, film crew, and extras set up camp down William’s Wharf Road […]
Holiday Open Studio Tour Celebrates Local Artisans
Every year, the weekend following Thanksgiving, the artist network in Mathews County open their doors to the public showcasing many genres of artisan crafts. The Open Studio Tour is a trail of approximately 12 artists and artisans with studios around the County. Not only do you get to visit the beautiful corners of this Chesapeake […]
Cattail’s Fine Gifts Relocates to Main Street
Mathews County has many boutique, antique, and vintage stores all along Main Street and the surrounding area. The county is small enough to make it the perfect place for weekend shopping and exploring the small town. The boutique and gift store, Cattail’s Fine Gifts, has moved locations! Cattaill’s is now located right along Main Street joining […]
Artisan Trail featured in Mathews County!
The Virginia Artisan Trail is a new initiative that strengthens rural communities. By creating a trail of art-related venues, communities can leverage their creative economy, network business professionals together, and foster small business growth throughout the Commonwealth. Artisan, agriculture, and aquaculture businesses and entrepreneurs join together to create a cultural experience unique to rural regions […]
